Criminal vs Civil Routes in Cheque Dishonour Cases (India)
What Really Happens When a Cheque Bounces A dishonoured cheque in India triggers two distinct but often parallel pathways: a criminal complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 and a civil action to recover money (including a summary suit under Order 37 CPC). The criminal track exists to deter defaults and can […]
